Fiji Women vs Philippines Women, Playoffs - September 12, 2025

Match Summary

Fiji Women defeated Philippines Women by 8 wickets in a low-scoring T20 encounter at Albert Park 2, Suva. Ana Gonerara's exceptional bowling performance was the highlight of the match, while Mele Waqanisau played a key role in the chase. Player of the Match honors went to Ana Gonerara for her 3-wicket haul that decimated the Philippines Women batting lineup.

Detailed Match Insights

Philippines Women Innings

Philippines Women struggled with their batting, managing only 68 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The highest score came from Alex Smith, who made 11 runs off 14 balls.

Wickets Overview:

1. Amelia Valdez (0 runs) - Caught by Tabatha Saville off Ana Gonerara.
2. Alex Smith (11 runs) - Run out by Sulia Vuni.
3. Karri Gullem Keen (4 runs) - LBW by Mele Waqanisau.
4. Katie Donovan (0 runs) - LBW by Ana Gonerara.
5. Jhon Andreano (0 runs) - Bowled by Ana Gonerara.
6. Ashley Miranda (4 runs) - Bowled by Mele Waqanisau.
7. Kyte Gullem Keen (2 runs) - Bowled by Akosita Levaci.
8. Simran Sirah (5 runs) - Caught by Kiera Amoe off Sarafina Tubakibau.
9. Reyven Castillo (1 run) - LBW by Sarafina Tubakibau.

Bowling Highlights (Fiji Women):

• Ana Gonerara: 4 overs, 9 runs, 3 wickets, economy 2.2.
• Sarafina Tubakibau: 4 overs, 9 runs, 2 wickets, economy 2.2.
• Mele Waqanisau: 4 overs, 17 runs, 2 wickets, economy 4.2.

Fiji Women Innings

Chasing a modest target of 69 runs, Fiji Women comfortably achieved it in 14 overs with 8 wickets to spare. Mele Waqanisau scored an unbeaten 21 off 21 balls, while Sarafina Tubakibau contributed 16 off 33 balls.

Wickets Overview:

1. Sulia Vuni (8 runs) - Caught by Ashley Miranda off Alex Smith.
2. Sarafina Tubakibau (16 runs) - Caught and bowled by Alex Smith.

Bowling Highlights (Philippines Women):

• Alex Smith: 3 overs, 21 runs, 2 wickets, economy 7.

Player Performances Worth Mentioning

Batting:

• No centuries or half-centuries were scored in the match.
• Mele Waqanisau (21 runs off 21 balls) was the top scorer for Fiji Women.
• Alex Smith (11 runs off 14 balls) was the top scorer for Philippines Women.

Bowling:

• Ana Gonerara’s 3-wicket haul was the best bowling performance of the match.
• Sarafina Tubakibau and Mele Waqanisau took 2 wickets each.
• Alex Smith was the standout bowler for Philippines Women with 2 wickets.

Fielding:

• Tabatha Saville and Kiera Amoe took crucial catches for Fiji Women.
• Sulia Vuni executed a run-out to dismiss Alex Smith.

Key Moments:

• Ana Gonerara’s brilliant spell, including dismissing three key batters, shifted the momentum heavily in Fiji Women’s favor.
• Tight bowling from Sarafina Tubakibau and Mele Waqanisau ensured a low chase for Fiji Women.
• Mele Waqanisau’s steady batting and quick scoring towards the end sealed the match comfortably.

Fiji Women’s all-round performance helped them dominate the game and secure a convincing win over Philippines Women.